The Game is about the lives of the fictional San Diego Sabers professional football players and their family, friends and agents. Melanie Barnett (Tia Mowry-Hardict) gives up an offer to Johns Hopkins medical school to follow her boyfriend, Derwin Davis (Pooch Hall), to San Diego, where he plays for the Sabers. Melanie has to acclimate to her new life as a med student and also the girlfriend of a professional football player. She befriends Tasha Mack (Wendy Raquel Robinson), who is the mother of the Sabers quarterback Malik Wright (Hosea Chanchez), and Kelly Pitts (Brittany Daniel), who is the wife of the Sabers captain Jason Pitts (Coby Bell). Kelly and Jason get divorced in S3. Chardonnay Pitts (Brandy) joins the cast in S5 and marries Jason.
Derwin invites Melanie to his first away game in Miami; however, she does not go. Derwin's teammates are upset he invited her.
Ep 2: Rules of the Game, The
Melanie attends the first Saber Sunbeam meeting of the season and Derwin is hazed by the other players during his first rookie seminar.
Ep 3: Gifted
Melanie sends gifts to the football team on Derwin's behalf, which draws teasing.
Ep 4: How Tasha Got Her Groove Back
Malik tells Tasha he is having trouble with the offensive coordinator.
Ep 5: Brittany's Super Sweet Sixth
Kelly approaches Jason for money when her daughter wants an extravagant birthday party like her friends; Derwin beats Malik at a video game.
Ep 6: Rift and Separate
Jason and Malik's playing relationship is affected when a minor argument escalates into a major locker-room rift.
Ep 7: Mi Casa Es Su Casa
When she returns early from a trip, Tasha finds Malik throwing a wild party at their house and shuts it down, prompting Malik to ask his mum to move out and find her own place.
Ep 8: Trey Wiggs Episode, The
Derwin objects to his image consultant's idea to pair him with his former college teammate, Trey Wiggs, and Derwin learns that Melanie had lunch with Trey.
Ep 9: Trey Wiggs Fallout Episode, The
Melanie tries to make it up to Derwin when she learns he is still unhappy about the bad publicity from her continuing friendship with his old football rival.
Ep 10: There's No Place Like Home
The Sabers lose their final game, and Melanie looks forward to seeing her family.
Ep 11: It's Hard Being Kelly Pitts
Kelly overworks herself and has a breakdown, and Malik enlists Derwin as his new practice partner.
Ep 12: To Baby... Or Not to Baby
Melanie and Derwin discover that she may be pregnant, and Derwin plans a surprise proposal during halftime of his game.
Ep 13: Iceman Cometh, The
Derwin's performance in a playoff game earns him a high-profile manager's attention, and Malik writes a rap to vent his feelings following a loss.
Ep 14: All-Star Blues
Jason starts planning for retirement when he learns he will not be in the Pro Bowl, while Malik does not take Tasha with him to Hawaii for the game.
Ep 15: Out of Bounds
When Malik discovers that model Eva Marcille is getting married, he uses up-and-coming singer Drew Sidora to make her jealous.
Ep 16: Baby B.S.
Kelly finds out that Jason wants to have another baby, while Derwin realises that the recent flirtation has gone too far when a singer calls him on a consistent basis.
Ep 17: God Bless the Girl That's Got Her Own
Melanie feels uncomfortable about being dependant on Derwin for financial security.
Ep 18: You Say You Want a Revolution
When Camille joins the Sunbeams, she decides to run for president against Kelly, while Malik, Jason and Derwin have trouble getting along with the new Saber.
Ep 19: Big Chill, The
Tasha's boyfriend confronts her about her aggressive attitude; Melanie's late-night study session causes problems with Derwin.
Ep 20: Many Lives of Derwin Davis, The
Derwin must take Melanie to actress Drew Sidora's video-release party, Kelly and Tasha continue to grow in their work relationship, and Jason struggles with parenting.
Ep 21: When the Chickens Come Home to Roost (Part 1)
Derwin gets an unexpected endorsement deal, an old flame wants to spend time with Malik, Jason conducts interviews for ESPN, and Melanie and Derwin have a heated argument.
Ep 22: When the Chickens Come Home to Roost (Part 2)
Derwin gets an unexpected endorsement deal, an old flame wants to spend time with Malik, Jason conducts interviews for ESPN, and Melanie and Derwin have a heated argument.
Ep 1: Diary of a Mad Black Woman, Redux
Derwin tries to repair his relationship with Melanie after his infidelity; Malik's on-air kiss with Renee starts a frenzy of plus-sized women throwing themselves at him.
Ep 2: Trey Wiggs Taps Back Episode, The
Heartbroken Melanie sleeps with Derwin's arch-rival. and when the team is sold to new owners Jason clashes with the new coach (Lee Majors).
Ep 3: Tasha, Renee and Malik the Cliché
Renee finds out that Malik lives with his mother, and Jason tries to impress his new coach.
Ep 4: Hit Me With Your Best Shot
Kelly convinces Jason to let her brother, who was recently released from rehab, stay with them, and ends up finding a syringe in the trash.
Ep 5: Fool Me Twice… I'm the Damn Fool
Melanie agrees to go out to dinner with Derwin but does not know that he is planning a marriage proposal; Melanie sees Derwin kiss Drew Sidora.
Ep 6: Parental Guidance Suggested
Tasha gives Melanie a month to move out of the house, Jason has trouble performing in the bedroom, and Dionne offers Melanie a place to live.
Ep 7: Media Blitz
Malik is suspended after punching a cartoonist who ridiculed him.
Ep 8: Truth Hurts, The
Tasha loses her cool during a press conference addressing the allegations surrounding Malik's suspension from the team, and Irv offers to buy Tasha's business.
Ep 9: Turkey Basting B-s
Enjoying his single superstar status, Derwin starts dating a new woman and waitress Melanie must serve them.
Ep 10: Ghost of Derwin Past, The
Melanie decides to spend Christmas with Dionne; Dionne learns that an endorsement opportunity she pitched has been resurrected.
Ep 11: Je-rome Wasn't Built in a Day
Melanie goes on a first date with a new guy, which upsets Derwin. while Kelly and Tasha compete over an endorsement opportunity for Malik and Jason.
Ep 12: Take These Vows and Shove 'em!
When Jason says he is not ready to give up steroids, Kelly decides to take Brittany and leave, and a gorgeous girl puts Derwin in his place when he tries to impress her.
Ep 13: List Episode, The
Malik goes on a date with tennis star Serena Williams, and all goes well until Serena mistreats one of Malik's friends at a party. Meanwhile, Tasha tries to sign Serena as a client and Kelly sets up Melanie with a celebrity.
Ep 14: White Men Can't Jump, but They're Definitely Packing
Tasha goes out drinking with her new co-workers and one of the managers flashes her, while Kelly and Jason have a marriage counselling session that does not go as Kelly expected.
Ep 15: Commitments, The
Melanie and Jerome's relationship begins to heat up, but Melanie fears she is not ready for a commitment. Derwin asks Cheyenne to move in with him, and Jason hears a rumour that he will be benched for the next game.
Ep 16: Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee
After Derwin is injured in a playoff game, Jason must step in for the Super Bowl. Meanwhile, Melanie feels torn between Derwin and her new relationship with Jerome.
Ep 17: Before the Parade Passes by
Janay challenges Derwin's feelings for Melanie; Tasha must prove that she can be more than a "Mamma Wrangler;" Jason is furious because he still doesn't have a contract.
Ep 18: Lord Givens and the Lord Taketh Away, The
Malik feels that his postseason escapades have reached a high point when he meets Robin Givens, while Jason has post-championship depression and, with Kelly's help, seeks answers from their therapist.
Ep 19: I Got 99 Problems, and My Chick is One
Jerome questions Melanie's commitment to their relationship after she accepts a gift from Derwin, Tasha shares her concerns about becoming a manager with Rick Fox, and Jason fires his manager.
Ep 20: Baby Come Back
Jason meets with the new team owner, Malik proclaims his love to Robin and tells her he is ready for a commitment, and Derwin tracks down Melanie to tell her how he really feels.
Ep 1: Baby on Board
After Melanie confesses her feelings to Derwin, he tells her that Janay is pregnant; Kelly asks her obnoxious parents to help keep Jason out of her life; Malik is nervous about his mum finding out that he married Robin Givens.
Ep 2: Mel-odrama
Melanie decides to confront Janay and figure out if she is really pregnant with Derwin's baby, Kelly plans a girls' night out with Tasha and Melanie, and Malik is forced to reveal his big news to his mother.
Ep 3: Just When I Thought I Was Out... She Pulls Me Back in
Rick Fox makes to announce his romance with Tasha to everyone, but she wants it to remain a secret. Malik becomes frustrated that his new bride, Robin Givens, gets more press than he is. Fatherhood stress affects Derwin's intimacy with Melanie.
Ep 4: Just the Three of Us
Derwin goes with Janay to her first pregnancy appointment, and Kelly feels it's time to tell Brittany about the separation.
Ep 5: Delectable Basket of Treats, A (No Better Time Than in Front of the Paparazzi)
Hoping to get more publicity, Malik and Robin plan a belated wedding reception; Rick introduces Tasha to his overly protective mother.
Ep 6: Platski Thickens, The
Kelly plans an evening out on the town with her high school girlfriends, and Jason tries to forget his troubles with Kelly by going to one of Malik's wild parties.
Ep 7: White Coats and White Lies
Melanie is put on academic probation and her grant money is revoked; Tasha and Malik are shocked to discover that Rick and Robin have a past together; Kelly goes on her first date since her breakup with Jason.
Ep 8: Side Part, Under Episode, The
Melanie meets her own Dr. McHottie (Jason Olive) at the hospital where she is a resident.
Ep 9: Oh, What a Night
Believing her future with Rick Fox is over, Tasha begins dating other men. Jason hopes to mend the relationship between himself and his daughter, who she blames for the separation of herself and her mom.
Ep 10: Negotiation Episode, The
Jason tries to win Kelly back, but his grand gesture may be too late for Kelly, and Robin tells Malik he has to stop fooling around with other women.
Ep 11: Insert Car Here
Jason gets upset when he finds Kelly on a date with her new man, Joe, while Tasha faces her insecurities about her relationship with Rick Fox.
Ep 12: Stay Fierce, Malik
During a TV interview, Robin insinuates that Malik is gay. Meanwhile, Derwin tells Melanie that he knows she has been seeing someone.
Ep 13: Do the Wright Thing
Malik's invitation to appear on a children's TV show is rescinded; Jason asks Kelly and the Sunbeams to welcome Clay's boyfriend into their football family.
Ep 14: Punk A-- Chauncey
Tasha decides she is ready to introduce Malik to his father (Michael Boatman) and Janay and Derwin reconsider the status of their relationship.
Ep 15: Take a Bow
Tasha finds out that Rick might lose his job, Malik wants to learn everything there is to know about his father, and Melanie thinks Derwin is trying to teach her a lesson.
Ep 16: Truth and Consequences
Tasha accuses Kelly of betrayal and Tasha introduces Jason to a beautiful talk show host.
Ep 17: Hill Street Blues
Derwin gets jealous when Janay's ex-boyfriend (Hill Harper) comes to town. Meanwhile, still mourning the loss of her relationship with Derwin, Melanie turns to the cable guy for comfort.
Ep 18: Third Legacy, The
Malik is introduced to his half-sister, and Tasha meets her ex-husband's wife.
Ep 19: Put a Ring on It
Kelly and Tasha plan an engagement party for Derwin and Melanie while Kelly is forced to come to terms with her ex's new relationship.
Ep 20: Fall of the Roman, The
Jason wants to introduce his daughter to his new girlfriend, Camille, and Melanie finds the perfect wedding dress while shopping with Tasha.
Ep 21: I Want It All and I Want It Now (Part 1)
Melanie decides she wants to get married to Derwin before Janay's baby is born, Kelly and Jason share an emotional moment, and Tasha finally admits to setting Jason up with Camille.
Ep 22: Wedding Episode, The (Part 2 to #063)
Kelly and Jason share an emotional moment and Tasha finally admits to setting Jason up with Camille.
Ep 1: Parachutes...
Melanie tries getting in between Derwin and his son, Kelly stars in her own reality show, and Tasha and Dante's relationship suffers.
Ep 2: …Beach Chairs
Melanie tries getting in between Derwin and his son, Kelly stars in her own reality show, and Tasha and Dante's relationship suffers.
Ep 3: Confession Episode, The
Melanie comes clean to Derwin about his son and Jason goes on the attack against the Sabers.
Ep 4: Wing King, The
Malik is in trouble and Melanie hosts a charity event for young girls.
Ep 5: It Was All Good Just a Week Ago
Malik looks to the Sabers' owner to get out of trouble, and Derwin's friendship with Malik is torn.
Ep 6: Men in Crisis
Derwin risks his relationship with Melanie, and Tasha learns a lesson about life and love.
Ep 7: Don't You Know Who I Was?
Malik reaches his breaking point in rehab, Kelly attempts to hang on to the Sunbeams, while Tasha contemplates revisiting her relationship with Rick.
Ep 8: You Say Goodbye, I Say Hello
Kelly's reality show is in jeopardy and Malik struggles to find out the cause of his issues.
Ep 9: Very Special Episode, A
When Malik turns down the advances of the wife of the Sabers' owner, she becomes upset and returns with a vengeance -- unwilling to take no for an answer.
Ep 10: Whip It… Whip It Good
Jason leaves Brittany with Tasha, while Melanie's relationship with her parents sours after she marries Derwin.
Ep 11: Never Surrender!
Malik tries to end things with Parker, and Tasha's lie about her relationship with Dante is exposed.
Ep 12: Death Becomes Her
Tasha's new man has a terminal illness, Malik's future with the Sabers is questionable, and Melanie and Derwin discuss starting a family.
Ep 13: Right to Choose Episode, The
Melanie and Derwin visit a fertility specialist while Malik's downward spiral continues. The Sabers get a new quarterback and Tasha runs into her dying boyfriend.
Ep 1: Skeletons
Derwin's abortion accusation; Jenna's intoxication; Jason questions his racial issues.
Ep 2: Truth Pact, The
Melanie confesses to Derwin; Malik's relationship with Jenna; Jason's wild night in Mexico.
Melanie and Tasha prepare for a fashion show; Chardonnay's friends; Derwin tries to get Kwan involved more socially.
Ep 5: Grand Opening, Grand Closing
Chardonnay rejects Jason's proposal; Melanie's living the V.I.P. life at church.
Ep 6: Drink. Pray. Love.
Melanie's showdown with Tasha; Malik's dream home; Jason hires a sexy co-anchor.
Ep 7: Tricks Episodes, The
A YouTube video of Malik and Derwin; Melanie is mad at Derwin for hanging out with Malik.
Ep 8: Matchmaker, Matchmaker… Mind Your Business
Tasha falls for a an escort; Melanie throws a dinner party.
Ep 9: Keep Your Friends Close and Your Prostitute Closer
Melanie attempts to foster goodwill between her and Janay; Tasha's new relationship.
Ep 10: Catflight on the Catwalk
Melanie at the Sunbeam Fashion Show; Derwin's wardrobe issues; Jason acts as a diva; Malik hits on the female models.
Ep 11: Punch in the Gut… Full of Human, A
Jason's relationship with Chardonnay is tested by a third party, while Melanie and Derwin get bad news. Also, Chardonnay confides in Tasha.
Ep 12: Higher Ground
Tasha agrees to be the surrogate for Melanie and Darwin; Derwin's poker night turns into a raging bash.
Ep 13: There's No Place Like Home
Malik receives an offer from Ford and Melanie and Derwin have an unexpected, unwelcome house guest.
Ep 14: Derwin's About to Go H.A.M.
Derwin misses a basic block during a game, causing a season-ending injury to the starting quarterback.
Ep 15: Party in a Box
Jason introduces Chardonnay to his friends and Kwan has an injury.
Ep 16: Fits and Starts
Tasha and Pookie explore their friendship; Janay goes out of town; Melanie and Derwin stay busy.
Ep 17: Woman's Right to Choose Herself, A
Tasha struggles with being a surrogate for Melanie. Meanwhile, Jason helps Chardonnay with her finances after spotting her waiting at a bus stop. Also, Melanie's discontent with Derwin.
Ep 18: Breakthrough. Breakdown? Break-through.
Melanie does some soul searching. Meanwhile, ghosts from Malik's wild past come back to haunt him.
Ep 19: Let Them Eat (Cup)cake!
Melanie finally has her important interview and Tasha joins the cupcake club to renew her celibacy.
Ep 20: Cold Swine Sucks… And So Does Falling in Love.
Tasha discovers a disturbing text message. Meanwhile, push comes to shove when Derwin body slams his agent, Irv.
Ep 21: Move Trick, Get Out of the Way
Tasha finds out Pookie is living with another woman; Derwin explores a new contract offer.
Ep 22: Championship Game Episode, The
Derwin and Melanie's relationship becomes a long distance one when he decides to spend off season in Washington DC. Meanwhile, Tasha becomes a surrogate and there is conflict between Jason and Chardonnay.
Ep 1: Blueprint, The (Part 1)
Derwin's life is in shambles after he is traded from the Sabers.
Ep 2: Blueprint, The (Part 2)
Romantic complications arise for Blue and Keira.
Ep 3: We've Got to Stop Meeting Like This
Tasha's attraction to Rick and Keira and Blue's encounter of running into each other.
Ep 4: Getting to Know All a Butt You
Malik seeks out an investor for his new business; Jason and Chardonnay question their relationship.
Ep 5: Trashbox
Keira bids money on a date with Blue at a charity auction.
Ep 6: Guess Who's Bizzack?
Jason helps Blue at training camp; Malik tries convincing a former teammate to re-sign with the Sabers.
Ep 7: Welcome to the Jungle
Keira and Chardonnay are initiated into the Sunbeams; Blue struggles to fit in; a prank war goes too far.
Ep 8: How to Lose All Your Phat in One Day
Malik throws a party and Tasha's love triangle becomes more complicated.
Ep 9: Blank Canvases
Keira prepares for an audition with help from Blue and Tasha's surprise proposal throws her off.
Ep 10: Pre-Season Game Episode, The
Blue struggles with his feelings and Jason's suspicions of Chardonnay cheating.
Ep 11: Busted Episode, The
Tasha attempts to salvage her friendship with Pookie; Jason and Chardonnay have it out; Keria and Blue each share their side of the break-up with Malik.
Ep 12: I'm Not Kelly Pitts
Chardonnay hides her friendship with Tasha from Jason and Keira reaches out to Blue.
Ep 13: I Love Luke... Ahh!
Blue sabotages Keria's new relationship, Malik learns of his past and Tasha helps Chardonnay.
Ep 14: Photo-Shoot Fresh
Malik's friends and family in a promotional campaign; Tasha is disillusioned; Blue tries to one-up Keira; Jason deals with his concussion.
Ep 15: Psh!! I'm Good!!
Malik invites Blue to a party to get over Keira; Jason does his best to heal; Chardonnay's concern for Jason's health.
Ep 16: Swan Song for Rick and Tasha, A
Tasha's relationship with Rick and Blue struggles with game performance.
Ep 17: Miss Me a Little When I'm Gone
Malik is forced to choose and Blue and Keira confront their relationship.
Ep 18: In Treatment
Tasha attends therapy and Malik gets help with his problems.
Ep 19: Extra Butter... Extra Salt...
Blue becomes suspicious of Keira; Tasha apologises; Jason's refusal to quit football; Malik reunites with Tee Tee.
Ep 20: Hospital Episode, The
Blue and Keira's relationship is tested, Tasha has an epiphany and Jason amends with Chardonnay.
Ep 1: Jersey Episode, The (Part 1)
Jason's jersey is retired at a special ceremony; Keira is disappointed when Blue attends the ceremony with a date; Malik sinks into bitterness.
Ep 2: Jersey Episode, The (Part 2)
Jason confronts the ex-player who provided him with steroids several seasons ago. Plus, a drunk Keira makes a scene and Tasha learns she's not going through menopause.
Ep 3: Rules of the Street
Malik undergoes therapy for his injured arm; Tasha faces a difficult decision as she approaches her first trimester.
Ep 4: Missed You, Kelly Pitts
Jason and Chardonnay throw Brittany a pre-prom party and Keira attempts a reconciliation with Blue.
Ep 5: Intervention, My A…
Chardonnay ambushes a pregnant Tasha with an intervention, Malik comforts Yana while Bue and Keira reveal their reconciliation.
Ep 6: He's a No-Good, Lyin', Cheatin', Honky-Tonk Man!
Jason tries to win Chardonnay back; Keira moves in with Blue after a fire damages her apartment.
Ep 7: Chardonnay Goes Kissing
Chardonnay seeks a way to even the score with Jason; Yana defends Malik's honour when they run into Tori.
Ep 8: Mommy, Dearest
After making up, Jason and Chardonnay decide to renew their vows. Chardonnay takes it upon herself to make the arrangements.
Ep 9: This is Happening
Kelly throws Tasha a surprise baby shower; Keira accepts an acting role out of state; Jason tries to keep the peace between Kelly and Chardonnay.
Ep 10: Birth & Vows Episode, The
Tasha goes into labour on the day of the vow renewal service. Keira and Blue take their relationship to the next level, and Malik's relationship with Yana becomes strained.
Ep 11: Wedding Night, The (Part 1)
Chardonnay goes on an emotional roller coaster ride; Kelly's love with Jason and makes amends with Chardonnay; Jason is torn between two women.
Ep 12: Wedding Night, The (Part 2)
Chardonnay goes on an emotional roller coaster ride; Kelly's love with Jason and makes amends with Chardonnay; Jason is torn between two women.
Ep 13: The Pittsy Shuffle: Why Pitts Really Dipped
Jason comes on board to serve as a practice coach for the Sabers and ends up hurting Blue's feelings.
Ep 14: Nothing Was the Game
alik manipulates Jason, Tasha commits to motherhood and Keira's humiliating experience.
Ep 15: Saber's Story, The
After receiving direct orders from the Sunbeams, Tasha attempts to stop Chardonnay from suing Jason in order to protect the team's well-being. Meanwhile, Blue helps Keira organise her life by assigning her a schedule.
Ep 16: Acting Class and Rebound A…
Keira and Malik share a tender moment, Chardonnay's divorce party and Kelly returns to San Diego.
Ep 17: Sexual Healing
Jason's date with Kelly turns weird; Keira and Malika have a movie night that turns sexual; Tasha fights to land Blue as a client.
Ep 18: Switch!
Blue has suspicions about Keira and Malik; Coach Sparks has a heart attack; Chardonnay vows to return to San Diego for revenge.
Ep 1: Kill Fallout Episode, The
When Blue discovers Keira and Malik together he initiates a brawl with Malik that is caught on camera.
Ep 2: Spin Control Episode, The
An elevator brawl between Blue, Keira and Malik; Chardonnay's meeting with Roger Keith Jr.; Jason and Kelly commit.
Ep 3: Dead Episode, The
A peace meeting for Blue and Malik; Malik tracks down Keira; Tasha's family crisis; Brittany surprises her parents.
Ep 4: Dust in the Wind
Malik's reading challenges; Walter and Kelly's alliance; Tasha puts her father to rest while helping Blue and Chardonnay.
Ep 5: Hashtag, My Bad
Keira's feelings for Malik; Tasha as "Super Mom" in People Magazine; chaos interrupts after a controversial statement.
Ep 6: Get Up, Stand Up
The Sabers walkout crisis; Kelly and Jason hold a town hall meeting to rally their supporters; Keira and Malik go out on a date.
Ep 7: Clip It… Clip It Good
A late night work session turns into a trip down memory lane for Jason as he recalls the highlights from the past nine years.
Ep 8: Crying Game, The
Tasha's attempt to get Malik and Yana back together falls short after Malik defends his and Keira's relationship.
Ep 9: What More Can I Say?
Jason and Kelly are shocked; the Sabers have food poisoning; Keira questions her relationship with Malik.
Ep 10: Pow Pow Pow!
Tasha panics when Pookie accidentally shoots Rick Fox; Chardonnay and Rick bond while driving to the hospital; Malik leads the Sabers to a comeback win which sends them to the playoffs.
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